According to Bowman, Winnipeggers are spending a disproportionate amount on the PST tax increase compared to provincial infrastructure spending in the city.

Bowman said having not been involved in previous negotiations would help him in securing the additional funding from the province – something previous mayors have had difficulty with.

Meanwhile, Wasylycia-Leis wants to promote youth involvement in the city by keeping at least one community centre open 24-7. She also wants to create a youth advisory council for the city.

She said youth need to be “full participants” in municipal government.

On Wednesday, Gord Steeves announced plans to freeze taxes for four years if elected and elaborated on a plan to sell of a number of city assets, including the new police headquarters on Graham Avenue.